Jain Ramayana Part 1

SR No.: 002021
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Bhadraguptasuri
Publisher: Vishvakalyan Prakashan Trust Mehsana
Publication Year: 2000
Total Pages: 452
Language: English
Classification: Book_English, Mythology, & Story
File Size: 21 MB

Page 51

The Birth of Ravan
"Dear brother! If we remain quiet after this defeat will it not be a stain on the name of the Rakshasa race? Will it not be a reproach on our heroism ?" Malyavan said in a tone of deep anguish.
"Malyavan ! do not lose heart. Do not be impatient. Now what we need most is farsightedness. We have to consider all events that take place in our lives from the point of view of the effect of our Punya (merit) and Papa (sins). When the power of our Punya is less whatever may be the endeavours that we put forth, the effect of sins paralyses the power of our Punya; and all our endeavours end in bitter frustration and failure. So, as long as the power of our Punya is less, we should remain patient and quiet, waiting for the right opportunity". Sumali said in a determined voice, repeating his former statement.
“Then, shall we remain concealing ourselves from our enemies ?"
“Yes. Surely, that is exactly what we have to do now”. "Have we to spend all our life in hiding ?” “Do you think that life is meant only for fighting ?”
Malyavan became silent. Sumali advised the Rakshasa soldiers to go to Pathal Lanka.
Accordingly, led by Sumali, the King of the Rakshasas sought refuge in Pathal Lanka. As soon as reaching Pathal Lanka, Sumali took into his hands the reins of the administration. He organised his administration in accordance with new and noble standards. He began to rule over his country with justice, ethical excellence, magnanimity and ability.
Besides carrying out the administration of the country in an able manner, Sumali also enjoyed sensual delights in the company of his wife, Prithimati who embodied sweet love and was absolutely beautiful like a fairy's child. He desired that a son of exceptional valour and ability should be born to him so that he might hoist over the whole world the flag of honour and prestige of the Rakshasa dynasty.